1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 609 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2013 Toyota Prius
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model V8 Vantage Prius
Year Released 1981 2013
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 549 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1992 kg 1383 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1745 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 45 L